Penton, AL

Alabama

Penton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 128. Residents earn $31,186 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
128 Population 14/sq mi density
$31,186 Median Income $30,032 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$31,186 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$9,999 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,186
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

How Penton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population128
Median Age66.0 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,186
Per Capita$30,032
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$690M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation765 ft (233 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+41.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute40 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries1

Is Penton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Penton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Penton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Penton is $31,186, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Penton is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Penton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Penton has a population of 128 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 66.0 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 5.5% Hispanic.

Population

128
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
66.0yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Penton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Penton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Penton is $31,186, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Penton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,186
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,032
Avg Weekly Wage$830
IRS Avg AGI$56,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)470
County GDP$690M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare29
Retail77
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,303
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate23.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Penton is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,303
34% below US avg
Effective Rate23.03%
In Penton, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Penton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death11,834/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access40.7%
Healthcare Facilities29
Penton has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation765 ft (233 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.7 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates33.0098°N, 85.4748°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+41.5%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants33
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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